How to Use the Black Friday Countdown
Black Friday lands on a different date every year, which makes it easy to lose track of exactly how many days are left. This calculator finds this year's Black Friday automatically — the day after US Thanksgiving (the fourth Thursday of November) — and shows the countdown along with the following Cyber Monday date.
Knowing the date is only half the plan. Popular deals often sell out within minutes of a sale going live, and international shipping can take two to three weeks, so it pays to build your wishlist early and double-check your payment method and shipping details well before the countdown hits zero.
Cyber Monday falls on the first Monday after Black Friday and focuses on online-exclusive deals. If you missed something in stores, Cyber Monday is often your second chance — so it's worth keeping both dates on your radar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving in the US (the fourth Thursday of November), so the exact date shifts slightly from year to year.
They're related but distinct. Black Friday traditionally kicks off in-store and online deals, while Cyber Monday is the following Monday and focuses on online-only promotions.